Solar Water Heater Cost Factors: What Drives the Price Up or Down
Quotes for solar water heaters vary for real reasons. Here are the factors that move cost up or down, so you can compare bids sensibly.
Costs and Efficiency
Whether solar water heating pays off depends on your climate, hot water use, backup fuel and local costs. This section explains efficiency factors, cost factors and comparisons with other water heaters. We do not promise savings; we show how to evaluate a proposal with your own numbers.